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Dr. Karl Peter Uy, MD

Gadsden, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Uy, Family Medicine Specialist in Gadsden, AL?

    Dr. Karl Peter Uy, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gadsden, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Uy is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uy’s office at (256) 438-5008.

    What languages does Dr. Uy speak?

    Dr. Uy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Uy treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Uy diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Uy. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Primary Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1991: Primary osteoarthritis, unspecified site
    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Shrinking Thyroid Gland
    • Acquired Thyroid Wasting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
    • E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Uy perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karl Peter Uy may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Uy's office.

    Does Dr. Uy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Uy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 438-5008 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Uy accept in Gadsden, AL?

    Dr. Uy in Gadsden, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Keenan and Associates

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Uy's office located?

    Dr. Karl Peter Uy's Primary Practice

    510 S 4th St

    Gadsden, AL 35901

    (256) 438-5008

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    What is Dr. Uy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Uy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205064219.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uy?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uy

    What is Dr. Karl Peter Uy's specialty?

    Dr. Uy is a Family Medicine Specialist near Gadsden, AL. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Uy to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karl Peter Uy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Uy is affiliated with UAB Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Karl Peter Uy accepting new patients in Gadsden, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Peter Uy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karl Peter Uy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Uy's office at (256) 438-5008 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karl Peter Uy?

    Please contact Dr. Uy's office at (256) 438-5008 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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